Review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) by Edmund C — 06 May 2012

Remember mom telling is to watch it when we were little.

This review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) was written by Edmund C on 06 May 2012.

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory has generally received very positive reviews.

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He casting of Gene Wilder in the title role is the key: there is a crazed, yet knowing, glint in his eye that suggests the world of corporate…

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Never show this to your kids. I mean never. The main theme is good, but there are completely wrong messages given…

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By Scott R (2,451) on 17 Feb 2018

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By Arth J (756) on 30 May 2018

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By Henry P (191) on 13 Dec 2018

A departure from the book but is just so charming, wholesome, great and a movie you must see during childhood and a disservice if you don't…

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By Craig E (173) on 30 Mar 2018

This movie is wonderful, this is one of the best musicals of all time in my opinion and I do think this tops The Wizard of Oz…

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Creepy, freaky, but it's a good family movie. If you don't mention that Willy Wonka murdered the kids…

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In a world of pure imagination, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is filled with amazing performances (specifically Gene Wilder and Julie…

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By Alexander C (2,448) on 12 Nov 2017

A very nostalgic and important part of my life. This was and is perfect in many ways 1- Gene Wilder was the best Wonka for the job…

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